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Dispersed Camping

Dispersed USFS

2 Reviews

Dispersed USFS is located near varied terrain with elevations that can influence temperature ranges. The area experiences temperatures that can vary significantly between seasons, with cooler temperatures in higher elevations. Nearby, visitors can explore the natural beauty of the Eldorado National Forest and the scenic views of Lake Tahoe.

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Location

Dispersed USFS is located in California

Coordinates

38.6375261 N
119.91688136 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Good
Verizon
Good
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Good

Site Types

Dispersed

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Phone Service
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

1 hr 7 min from Carson City
1 hr 35 min from Reno
2 hrs 14 min from Sacramento
2 hrs 31 min from Stockton

Don D.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 29, 2021

Camping blue lake road

Great place if you’re self contained. Great view, space between sites.

Sitethere’s no sites with numbers out here.

Month of VisitJune

Ken J.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 8, 2019

Beautiful Free Camping

Several areas along Blue Lakes Rd offer dispersed camping. We had a wildflower-filled meadow to ourselves in early August with plenty of near-by trails for dirt bikes, Jeeping, horses, mountain biking or hiking.